- is unable to speak and comprehend the English language; or
- is educationally disadvantaged; or
- is a homeless child, as defined by 42 United States Code ยง 11434a; or
- is the child of an active duty member of the armed forces of the United States; or
- is the child of a member of the armed forces of the United States, who was injured or killed while serving on active duty; or
- is or ever has been in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services; or
- is the child of a person eligible for the Star of Texas Award.